TP-Link CPE710
Score: 81/100
D-Link DWM-311
Score: 72/100Rankings
The TP-Link CPE710 is a rugged outdoor 5 GHz wireless bridge featuring a 23 dBi directional antenna and IP65 rating, delivering up to 867 Mbps for long-range point-to-point links. It is limited to the 5 GHz band and requires precise alignment due to its narrow beamwidth. Ideal for enterprises and ISPs needing high-performance outdoor backhaul.
The D-Link DWM-311-B1 is a compact, rugged 4G LTE Cat 4 modem that offers a dedicated Gigabit Ethernet bridge for M2M applications. Its lack of Wi-Fi, PoE and visual status indicators limits flexibility in deployments. Best suited for industrial kiosks, POS terminals and other wired remote equipment that need carrier flexibility.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
867 Mbpsbest | 150 Mbps | |
1best | 1best | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,000 g | 181 gbest |
| ↓ lower better | 7.3 Wbest | — |
23 dBibest | — | |
— | 5 Vbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Ports(1) | ||
Ethernet Port Speed | 1000 | Gigabit |
Performance(1) | ||
Maximum Data Rate (Mbps) | 867 Mbps | 150 Mbps |
Battery & Power(1) | ||
Input Voltage (V) | 16-27 V | 5 V |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 1000 g | 181 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 207x280x366 mm | 78x68x27 mm |
Mounting Options | Pole‑mount | Wall mount, DIN-rail |
General(1) | ||
Operating Temperature (°C) | -40-70 °C | -30 to 60 °C |
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Professional reviewers describe the CPE710 as a high-performance outdoor bridge that excels in noisy, long-distance scenarios. B&H Photo and CDW commend its 23 dBi antenna, 2×2 MIMO, and 867 Mbps AC throughput, while emphasizing the rugged IP65 enclosure and Pharos Control for easy centralized management.
User-generated feedback is scarce in the available sources, so direct consumer sentiment cannot be quantified. The product's marketing and specifications suggest users would appreciate its long-range capability and weather resistance, while potential concerns would revolve around the need for precise alignment and the lack of 2.4 GHz support.
Independent professional reviews were not found in the available sources.
No consumer reviews or user feedback were identified. The lack of user‑generated content suggests limited public exposure, typical for specialized industrial equipment, and no recurring praise or complaints were captured.
